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Euroleague expansion could change everything
While the NBA continues to discuss an entry to Europe, rumours spread of Euroleague expanding. Now, with reports that it will involve a shift to conferences, the very future of European basketball is in play, according to Emmet Ryan It’s one report. There’s no need to go over the top. That being said, if the […]
Exploring the Surge of International Talent in the NBA
Have you ever wondered how the basketball court became a global stage? The NBA’s transformation into an international melting pot isn’t just a trend—it’s a revolution. You’ll find that beyond the traditional American basketball narrative, players from across the globe are rewriting the game’s DNA. Their diverse skills, strategic innovations, and cultural perspectives are challenging […]
How the NBA’s International Presence is Changing the Game
Over the last few years, the NBA has undergone a major shake-up thanks to the rising influence of international players. The MVP award, once dominated by American athletes, now showcases the global talent in the league. Giannis Antetokounmpo, known as the “Greek Freak,” took home MVP honors twice in consecutive years. Then came Nikola Jokić […]
Dario Saric and the search for The Homie
It hasn’t been a dream start for Dario Saric with the Denver Nuggets. Two irrelevant outings to start the NBA season don’t bode well. Emmet Ryan believes the Croat can get back to his best basketball. Saric just needs to find The Homie. This isn’t working. Whether that’s the present tense or habitual present tense […]
Luka Doncic and the Mavs have a choice to make this NBA season
The Dallas Mavericks megastar starts the NBA season, yet again, as favourite to be named MVP. Individual accolades are nice but, Emmet Ryan writes, after the Dallas Mavericks made the NBA finals last June there’s a bigger prize. With the Mavs more stacked than at any time in Luka Doncic’s career, he may have to […]
Victor Wembanyama leads the NBA’s French revolution
He arrived a little earlier than most of his compatriots but Victor Wembanyama is undoubtedly the face of a wave of the new French basketball generation in the NBA. Emmet Ryan on how Wemby is setting a standard for Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr, Tidjane Salaun and more. An awful lot is expected of Victor Wembanyama […]
The shadow of Bronny James can benefit NBA Euro rookies
Bronny James may not be the best rookie entering the NBA this season but his presence could be a boost to the Euros entering the league. Emmet Ryan on how the son of LeBron James could, with no effort of his own, make life easier for the likes of Zaccharie Risacher, Alex Sarr, and Matas […]
Where in the world is Ricky Rubio?
There hasn’t been a peep out of Ricky Rubio in months. Is the basketball legend retiring? Will he return to his boyhood club of Joventut Badalona? What about FC Barcelona? Or does he seek to quietly slip away? Emmet Ryan on the mystery surrounding the beloved Spanish star’s future. It’s wild to think that this […]
Dzanan Musa faces a decisive year in his basketball career
With a more prominent role guaranteed as Real Madrid seek to claim the Euroleague title, and NBA dreams still burning, Dzanan Musa has a big season coming up. Can the Bosnian star prove he belongs at the top of the basketball world? Emmet Ryan fancies his chances. The facial hair definitely ages him. Looking at […]
Kevin Garnett just gave Giannis Antetokounmpo the best motivation for the NBA season
It was a slight that won’t be ignored. Kevin Garnettl, the NBA legend, rated Giannis Antetokounmpo as the fourth best player in the Eastern Conference. Emmet Ryan writes that all of basketball is going to be put on notice by the Milwaukee Bucks star as the Greek Freak has extra motivation for the coming season. […]
The Dragon’s final roar: Basketball bids farewell to Goran Dragic
With his farewell game loaded with stars happening on Saturday, Emmet Ryan pays tribute to Goran Dragic. Whether it was in FIBA action or NBA play, the Dragon roared wherever he played basketball The Night of the Dragon in Ljubljana, Slovenia, on Saturday night promises to be a special one. Goran Dragic will make his […]
Luka Doncic drops his Still DRE game in Mavs win
Luka Doncic remembered what he loved about basketball right when the Mavs needed it. With a triple double, he led the Dallas Mavericks into a 3-2 lead over the OKC Thunder in the NBA playoffs This was the game where Luka Doncic remembered that Vassilis Spanoulis is his inspiration. The Mavs star was relaxed and […]